Directors UK Podcast
Directors UK
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The Directors UK Podcast allows the listener to attend our member events with top directors. Hear what directors have to say when they speak to a room of their peers, and gain exclusive insight into their creative process.
Directors UK is the professional association for UK screen directors. With over 8,500 members, we represent directors’ rights and concerns, promote excellence in the craft of direction and champion change to the current landscape to create an equal opportunity industry for all.
The Directors UK Podcast allows the listener to attend our member events with top directors. Hear what directors have to say when they speak to a room of their peers, and gain exclusive insight into their creative process.
Directors UK is the professional association for UK screen directors. With over 8,500 members, we represent directors’ rights and concerns, promote excellence in the craft of direction and champion change to the current landscape to create an equal opportunity industry for all.
Episodes
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Mar 17, 2021 • 37min
Promising Young Woman: Emerald Fennell in conversation with Richard Curtis
Back in February, we were joined by director Emerald Fennell, who discussed her debut film - Promising Young Woman - with romcom legend Richard Curtis.
Since then, Promising Young Woman has been an awards season sensation, recently gaining nominations for Best Director and Best Film at the Oscars.
In this episode, you can listen to Emerald telling Richard about her experiences as a first time filmmaker, her careful casting choices, and crafting a powerful ending. We hope you enjoy!
Mar 16, 2021 • 46min
His House: Remi Weekes in conversation with Anna Bogutskaya
The Directors UK Podcast is back!
This episode is a treat for horror fans, as director Remi Weekes joins us to talk about his multiple BAFTA-nominated film, His House.
Remi spoke to Anna Bogutskaya about researching his film, crafting his scares, and casting the perfect leading duo.
We hope you enjoy the show!
Feb 25, 2021 • 60min
Judas and the Black Messiah: Shaka King in conversation with Barry Jenkins
It's Directors UK Podcast time! In this episode we’re treated to a fascinating discussion between two outstanding filmmakers, Shaka King and Barry Jenkins, as they discuss Shaka’s latest film, Judas and the Black Messiah.
Together they discuss staying true to the story of Fred Hampton, directing the film’s many amazing performances, working long-distance on its brilliant score, and so much more.
Just a heads up, there’s some strong language in this episode. We hope you enjoy the show!
Feb 17, 2021 • 55min
News of the World: Paul Greengrass in conversation with Mike Leigh
Welcome to the Directors UK Podcast!
In this episode, we’re treated to a fascinating conversation between two filmmaking greats, as Paul Greengrass chats with Mike Leigh about his latest film, News of the World.
In a wide-ranging discussion, Paul and Mike talk about the allure of the Western genre, what it takes to forge a directing career, and the state of the industry for emerging filmmakers.
Just as a heads up – there is some strong language in this episode! Enjoy!
Music: Loyalty Freak
Feb 11, 2021 • 56min
One Night in Miami...Regina King in conversation with Beeban Kidron
The Directors UK Podcast is back!
This episode comes from our last event of 2020, where we were thrilled to host the Golden Globe-nominated director Regina King in conversation about her debut film, One Night in Miami.
Together with Beeban Kidron, Regina discussed nailing the film’s visual tone, bringing her insights as an actor into directing, and finding the perfect cast.
Once Upon a Time in Miami is available now on Prime Video. We hope you enjoy the show!
Music: Loyalty Freak
Feb 10, 2021 • 44min
All In: The Fight For Democracy - Liz Garbus and Lisa Cortés in conversation with Darcia Martin
This episode of the Directors UK Podcast has a political side, as we revisit our December event with Liz Garbus and Lisa Cortés, the makers of All In: The Fight for Democracy.
This episode was recorded in the period between Joe Biden's election win and the Democratic Party Senate victories in Georgia — in which the film's central figure, Stacey Abrams, was so pivotal. Listen to All In's directors in conversation with Darcia Martin about filming under COVID, democracy in America, and working in a directing partnership.
Music: Loyalty Freak
Feb 4, 2021 • 1h 5min
PODCAST: The Trial of the Chicago 7 - Aaron Sorkin and Amma Asante in conversation
Back in December, we were lucky enough to have The Trial of the Chicago 7 director, writer and 2021 Golden Globe nominee Aaron Sorkin join us in conversation with Amma Asante. Now you can listen to it all on the Directors UK Podcast!
As well as answering questions from members, Aaron discussed his approach to directing such a large and brilliant cast, the things he has and hasn’t learnt from his many years in the industry, and his physical approach to dialogue.
Music: Loyalty Freak
Jan 21, 2021 • 53min
PODCAST: Nomadland Q&A with Chloé Zhao, Joshua James Richards and Asif Kapadia
It's here - the latest episode of the Directors UK Podcast!
This one is a real treat, as we’re joined by the director of Nomadland, Chloé Zhao and her collaborator and Director of Photography Joshua James Richards.
They join Asif Kapadia for a fascinating discussion about creating the film that’s been generating critical raves and tearing up awards season. From blending fact and fiction, shooting with natural light and working with Frances McDormand, this talk is a celebration of filmmaking.
Enjoy!
Music: Loyalty Freak
Jan 13, 2021 • 47min
PODCAST: Da 5 Bloods Q&A with Spike Lee and Sam Mendes
Back in 2020, we joined Spike Lee and Sam Mendes for a fantastic online Da 5 Bloods Q&A.
Spike and Sam treated us to a fascinating discussion of the different cinematic elements employed in Da 5 Bloods, from aspect ratios to soundtrack, performance to script.
This was a whirlwind tour of a fantastic new film — available to watch on Netflix now.
Nov 12, 2020 • 47min
Rebecca: Ben Wheatley in conversation with Jane Crowther
Welcome to the Directors UK Podcast!
This week’s recording comes from our live online member event, Rebecca: Ben Wheatley in conversation with Jane Crowther.
The acclaimed, genre-hopping director Ben Wheatley spoke to Total Film editor Jane Crowther about his latest film outing – a sumptuous adaptation of Daphne Du Maurier’s Rebecca, which is out now on Netflix.
Together, Ben and Jane discussed the film’s use of location, its eye-catching design, stellar cast and Ben’s new approach to the edit.
We hope you enjoy the show!
Music: Loyalty Freak
