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Following the release of Sing Sing, another breakout title from last year’s TIFF is finally here, in the form of His Three Daughters! This three-hander, starring Natasha Lyonne, Carrie Coon, and Elizabeth Olsen, is written and directed by Azazel Jacobs. Harrowingly gorgeous and at times lovingly funny, the film offers a subtle depiction of grief, mortality, and familial dynamics.
We were fortunate enough to sit down with Aza and pick his brain about one of the most well-written scripts in recent memory, drawing the absolute best from his three leads (all of whom he wrote the characters specifically for), and the true essence of comic relief.
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Dear Listener,
From time to time, we’ll treat you to different themes and formats, like our new series, “Rewind”. This special edition of the show will drop in your feed every month or so.
The very first episode of “Rewind” is, needless to say, a special one. We are excited to welcome cinematographer turned director Paul Cameron. The two main titles we cover are Man on Fire and Collateral, both of which celebrate their 20th anniversary this year.
In addition to Paul’s anecdotes and experiences on these projects, he gives us insight into his transition from DoP to Director, his perspective on his role in the industry, and, of course, what might be next for him. -
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For a few years now, Apple has been consistently building out its streaming platform with the help of great artists and prestigious projects. Their new release, Lady in the Lake is a limited series starring Natalie Portman and Moses Ingram. Áron had the pleasure of welcoming the show’s cinematographer Lachlan Milne, and production designer JC Molina to the show.
As Lady in the Lake takes place in 1960s Baltimore, there were plenty of topics to discuss about the visuals of the project. Having the cinematographer and the production designer on at the same time provided a great opportunity to dive into their collaboration and talk through how the teams and departments worked together to create this stunning period piece.
Lachland and JC were also kind enough to give us an insight into the research process, and even shared what emotional scenes were particularly hard to shoot or create for them.
(Plus they teased their upcoming projects: Michel Gondry’s Atlantis, and Mimi Cave’s Holland, Michigan.)
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We had the director-cinematographer duo of Shōgun Episodes 1-2, Jonathan van Tulleken and Chris Ross, on the show back in April. Since then the series received 26 Emmy nominations, including two for cinematography. One of these nominations went to Chris, and now we're joined by the other incredibly talented DOP nominee, Sam McCurdy.
Sam has an impressive résumé in television, having worked on shows like Game of Thrones, Peacemaker, and Monarch: Legacy of Monsters.
This provides the perfect opportunity for Áron to pick his brain about choosing projects, transitioning between them, and even discussing Episode 9 of Shōgun, Crimson Sky, for which not only he, but also director Fred Toye received an Emmy nod.
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Now that Sing Sing is expanding to new theaters, we’re ramping up our coverage of the film! In our interview with cinematographer Pat Scola, we talked about both A Quiet Place: Day One and Sing Sing. Today we’re pleased to share Áron’s conversation with the editor of A24’s big title contender, Parker Laramie!
This interview sheds some light on the evolution of Parker’s collaboration with director Greg Kwedar and co-writer Clint Bentley, the question of runtime, screen time, and expectations. -
Next up on the show, with A Quiet Place: Day One hitting VOD, we are thrilled to welcome Michael Sarnoski, the director behind the movie. (You might also know his debut feature from three years ago, Pig starring Nicolas Cage.)
In this captivating episode, Áron had the opportunity to talk with Michael about his journey from indie filmmaking to the world of a studio blockbuster.
Michael shares his views about the challenges and exciting opportunities that come with joining a major franchise and working with larger budgets. Furthermore, of course Frodo the cat sparks an amusing discussion about the joys and trials of having animals on set, at the end of which our host even pitches a fun idea for Michael’s next project. -
We really hope you watched Hulu’s Under the Bridge (if not, honestly, what are you doing?!), cause this time we have the absolute pleasure of welcoming actress Vritika Gupta (0:37), who plays Reena Virk, and director Kevin Phillips (19:23), who directed episodes 2 and 8, to the show.
In their conversation, Áron and our two fantastic guests cover topics like career decisions, the challenges of playing and directing teenagers and their flaws, or the responsibility and weight of telling Reena’s story. -
It's been about a week since the series (or season?) finale of Julio Torres' Fantasmas aired. Whether or not there will be a follow-up to these six episodes, we have another spooky treat for you: our chat with the show's production designer, Tommaso Ortino!
In this episode Tommaso and Áron go down the rabbit hole of building sets on a stage, blending the projections with the physical (previously discussed in our interview with cinematographer Sam Levy), and he even gives a small update on Todd Solondz's Love Child. -
The release of a new project is always special, and if the release of two of your projects is within two weeks, it is, well, one, really special, and two, your name might be Pat Scola!
As a part of this interview, Pat tells Áron about the past, present, and future of his collaboration with director Michael Sarnoski, shooting on another scale for A Quiet Place: Day One, constructing a true indie in the form of the prison drama Sing Sing, his experience on the set of Alex Russell’s directorial debut, Lurker (currently in production), and preparing for The Death of Robin Hood, starring Jodie Comer and Hugh Jackman. -
In this episode, Áron sits down with Sam Levy, the cinematographer behind the surrealist comedy series, Fantasmas. Created, directed, and written by the multi-talented Julio Torres, who also stars in it.
Fantasmas takes viewers on an extraordinary journey as Torres searches for a golden oyster earring, meeting a number of eccentric characters along the way.
As a part of the conversation, Sam delves into his collaboration with Julio Torres, offering an insider’s perspective on the creative process behind this visually stunning series. He also reveals some sources of inspiration and how they shot the entire series on stage rather than on location, the critical role of color in the series, and more. -
Next up on the show, Áron’s joined by Kristi Zea, a production designer whose work we’re sure you’ve come across over the years!
Kristi’s previous projects include Martin Scorsese’s Goodfellas or The Departed, Jonathan Demme’s The Silence of the Lambs or Philadelphia, and Sam Mendes’ Revolutionary Road. Her latest is Christy Hall’s feature directorial debut, Daddio.
The themes covered in this episode include the difficulties and advantages of shooting on a stage, a production designer's collaboration with the director and the cinematographer, plus the thought-provoking relationship between directing style and career decisions. -
This time on the show, Áron speaks with Florian Hoffmeister, the cinematographer of “True Detective: The Night Country”, the fourth season of the beloved HBO anthology series.
Florian shared his experiences on the technical and logistical challenges of shooting in the extreme conditions of Iceland. From the complexities of filming both indoors on stages, and outdoors in the low-light conditions, to the special lighting techniques required, as well as the safety measures necessary for working in the cold environment.
He also highlighted his deep involvement in crafting the series' mood and look, achieved through extensive experimentation before shooting started. -
In our next episode, Áron interviews four key contributors behind the film “Jazzy”: Andrew Hajek (DoP & co-writer), Morrisa Maltz (Director & co-writer), Lainey Bearkiller Shangreaux (Actress & co-writer), and Vanara Taing (Co-editor & co-writer).
“Jazzy” explores the transition from childhood to young adulthood. When her best friend moves away, Jazzy navigates a profound sense of loss and her first taste of independence.
In this conversation, the team discusses the birth and inspiration behind the movie, the film's emotional core, its portrayal of beauty and optimism during tough times, and the unique challenges or rewards of working with child actors. The discussion also touches on current trends in cinema and the creative process of finding the sweet spot for the runtime.
Join us for a spoiler-free deep dive into the making of Jazzy, Morrisa Maltz's sophomore feature, premiering at the 2024 Tribeca Film Festival. -
Next up, we welcome James Jones, the director of the documentary “Antidote” on the show.
The film tells the courageous stories of whistleblowers and activists who risk everything to expose Putin's authoritarian regime, facing dire consequences for their bravery.
Áron talks with James about the parallels between “Antidote” and the 2022 documentary “Navalny”, shedding light on the relentless pursuit of truth in the face of tyranny. They also delve a bit into the use of AI in documentary filmmaking, exploring how technology can expand the way true stories, such as this, are told. Additionally, James shares insights into his influences as a journalist-turned-director, offering a unique perspective on his creative process, in our spoiler-free interview.
“Antidote” made its debut at the 2024 Tribeca Film Festival and is set to screen at the DC/DOX Film Festival later this month.
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The second episode of our coverage at this year’s Tribeca is here, as Áron sat down with the director, Daniel Oriahi and the two leads, Uzoamaka Aniunoh and Bucci Franklin, of the genre-bending horror thriller, “The Weekend”.
In this interview you can learn about Daniel’s inspirations for the visuals of the movie and how the actors coped with the mental challenges of the shoot
This fresh take on the ‘nightmare at the in-laws’ -genre will make you second guess your trust in your surroundings and relationships!
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The 2024 Tribeca Film Festival kicked off this week and in this episode you can hear Áron talking with director Tolga Karacelik and cinematographer Natalie Kingston to discuss their much-anticipated film, "The Shallow Tale of a Writer Who Decided to Write About a Serial Killer". The story follows a struggling writer in the midst of a divorce who befriends a retired serial killer. The killer unexpectedly becomes both his marriage counselor by day and his advisor on killing for his next book by night.
Tolga shares insights on why this project became his first English language feature film, how he very specifically decides on the names of his characters, and the crucial role of collaboration in filmmaking. Natalie discusses the inspirations and challenges presented by New York as a filming location, and she elaborates on the specific shooting, lighting, and blocking techniques she employed to complement a dialogue-heavy script.
Join us for a spoiler-free conversation where we dive deep into the creative process and technical expertise behind “The Shallow Tale”, right before its world premiere in New York.
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In this episode, Szilveszter sits down with the director, Weronika Tofilska (0:55), while Áron speaks with the cinematographer, Krzysztof Trojnar (26:23), of the gripping new show 'Baby Reindeer'.
This series, adapted from Richard Gadd's acclaimed one-man stage play, chronicles his harrowing experience with a female stalker and the dark, hidden trauma it forces him to confront. Weronika and Krzysztof, who collaborated on the first four of the seven episodes, share their journey of bringing this intense true story to life on screen.
They delve into their past projects together and the unique challenges they faced while filming the show. The interviews touch upon incorporating elements like social media or emails into the narrative and highlight the renowned fourth episode, with exclusive behind-the-scenes stories that reveal the creative process behind its stunning visuals.
Join us for an insightful exploration of the making of 'Baby Reindeer' and the powerful storytelling that drives this haunting series. -
For this episode we got to talk to Steven Knight about his latest limited series, FX’s The Veil, headlined by the one and only Elisabeth Moss.
Research, his writing process, generating yet keeping tension under control and homages are among the topics Áron covered with the show's writer, creator, showrunner.
Steve has written (and at times directed) films like Locke, Spencer or Eastern Promises, and well-known, critically acclaimed TV shows, such as the Peaky Blinders or Taboo.
Just in the last couple of months we got to see two of his new series: All the light We Cannot See and This Town, all the while he has a great number of projects lined up, including Star Wars: New Jedi Order, a Peaky Blinders film, and Pablo Larraín's next, a project that is covered shortly near the end of the episode, the Angelina Jolie starrer Maria. -
Creating a score that perfectly matches the atmosphere of a new show is a challenge, but when a series is renewed, the composer faces the additional task of evolving, while maintaining the music’s familiar essence. Our next guest, Marty Beller, found himself in this exact situation transitioning from Season 1 to Season 2 of ‘American Rust’.
In this episode, Marty talks to Áron about balancing the differences and similarities between playing in a band like They Might Be Giants and composing for TV shows and films. -
In this episode, Áron interviews Jess Gonchor, the production designer behind the enchanting world of John Krasinski’s ‘IF’.
The film follows a young girl navigating a tough time in her life, who begins to see the forgotten imaginary friends of those who have grown up.
Jess shares his insights on creating the whimsical and poignant settings that bring this unique story to life. Drawing on his extensive experience, including his acclaimed work on films like ‘No Country for Old Men’, ‘Little Women’ and ‘A Quiet Place Part II’, Jess reveals the magic and challenges of designing a world where imagination meets reality.
Tune in to discover the intricate art of production design that makes ‘IF’ a visually captivating and emotionally resonant film. - Vis mere