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  • On this week’s episode, we welcome first-time writer-director Malcolm Washington
    and actress Danielle Deadwyler to the show. They sat down with Giles Alderson & Dom Lenoir to discuss their Netflix film The Piano Lesson, which also stars Samuel L. Jackson and John David Washington.

    Malcolm talked about:

    directing a big-budget debut feature

    the importance of attaching cast

    balancing tone

    pitching to Netflix, Samuel L. Jackson & Denzel Washington


    In her conversation with Giles & Dom, Danielle chatted about

    what she looks for in a project

    what makes a great director

    the importance of protecting

    the difference between film & theatre

     
    The Piano Lesson is out in cinemas now! And it's coming out on Netflix on the 22nd of November | TRAILER
    Follows the lives of the Charles family as they deal with themes of family legacy and
    more, in deciding what to do with an heirloom, the family piano.
     
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    Soon on YouTube here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-TU39BmwLI&t=167s.
     
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    CREDITS
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    produced by Giles Alderson @gilesalderson
    Edited by @tobiasvees
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    Theme Music by John J. Harvey

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  • This weeks episode is with indie filmmaker Marc Coleman who joins us to chat how he made his debut 'calling car feature film ManFish for £13K and got it released on Shudder!

    Marc has a great chat with fellow filmmaker Giles Alderson about horror comedy filmmaking starting with his Gone in Sixty Seconds award winning Empire short mixing the Chuckles Brothers with two Tom Hardy's and making a 10ft testicle and carrying it around in a shopping trolley!!

    We also chat Acting to Directing.
    Shorts to Features
    Rehearsals
    The importance of filmmaking collaboration and teamwork.
    Negotiating contracts and sales and merchandising.

    ManFish is out now on Shudder, Sky, Prime and Hulu.

    Members Club is out now on Sky and Prime.

    Check out Marc Coleman's work https://www.marcsspace.com/film

    HORROR FILMMAKING INITIATIVE FUND
    Horror legends Jed Shepherd, Roman Coppola and Eduardo Sanchez bring an amazing opportunity to all filmmakers who have a passion for the horror genre. If you have ambitions to create a short horror film, this award is for you. https://app.decentralized.pictures/awards/672410812a5d37c4350a5252?action=submitProject

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  • We are honored this week as we are joined by Bafta Winning screenwriter Peter Straughn to talk about his latest film Conclave which stars Ralph Fiennes and is out NOW!

    Peter who is known for writing the feature films Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, Mrs Radcliffs Revolution, Sixty Six, How to Lose Friends and Alienate People, The Men Who Stare at Goats, Frank, The Snowman and The Goldfinch chats with Pope 'Dom' Francis III and Cardinal 'Giles' Archibald ii about his rather excellent feature Conclave based on the book of the same name.

    They talk themes and plot, story structure and tone.
    His humble beginnings to indie film darling to Academy Award nominee.
    Writing an Oscar level drama contender with comedy and drama thrown into the heady mix.

    Conclave is in cinemas now.

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  • On this weeks episode we have a special Business of Film special for you - Do Horror Movies Make Money? Stephen Follows, Jennifer Handorf and Giles Alderson discuss Stephen's brand new The Horror Report which goes into wonderful detail into horror movies.

    What defines a horror movie?
    How many sub-genres do horror movies have?
    What is the average length of horror films?
    Where does the money go on horror features?
    What kind of posters and marketing do horror films tend to do?
    What revenue streams are there and do they make money?
    v
    Stephen Follows' The Horror Movie Report is OUT NOW
    https://genrereports.com/
    Find out more info on film-making facts and figures here https://stephenfollows.com/

    Jennifer Handorf's credits include Prevenge, The Borderlands, The Watcher in the Woods, The Forgotten. Check out the Jen's amazing work here https://www.jenniferhandorf.com/

    Or check out Giles Alderson's work here www.gilesalderson.com

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    CREDITS
    The Filmmakers Podcast is written, produced and edited by Giles Alderson @gilesalderson
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    Theme Music by John J. HarveySHORT FILM SHOWCASE
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    WATCH our interview with Elizabeth Olsen and Carrie Coon on YouTube here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-TU39BmwLI&t=167s.
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  • The delightful and utterly charming actress Anna Kendrick (Pitch Perfect, Simple Favour, The Accountant) Joins Dom Lenoir to talk on this special episode about directing her debut movie 'Woman of the Hour'.

    Woman of the Hour is out now on Netflix.

    FUNNY LIFE FILM FESTIVAL LIVE The Filmmakers Podcast chat
    Sat 19th Oct at The Hen & Chickens Theatre in Islington, London.
    Link for tickets here filmfreeway.com/FunnyLifeFilmFestival
    SHORT FILM SHOWCASE
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  • We are delighted to welcome onto the show ALICE LOWE.
    The incredible actress, writer and director talks to us about her latest feature Timestaker.

    How she talks to actor, creates a safe environment on set,
    We talk directing and acting and doing both at the same time.
    Doing your own stunts.
    Writing and why film sets should be a joyous experience.

    Alice has appeared as Dr. Haynes in Black Mirror: Bandersnatch, Garth Marenghi's Darkplace. She wrote, directed, and starred in the 2016 film Prevenge and starred in and co-wrote the 2012 film Sightseers. She also starred in TV series Horrible Histories, Hot Fuzz and Greatest Days.

    Timestalker is in cinemas NOW

    FUNNY LIFE FILM FESTIVAL LIVE The Filmmakers Podcast chat
    Sat 19th Oct at The Hen & Chickens Theatre in Islington, London.
    Link for tickets here filmfreeway.com/FunnyLifeFilmFestival
    SHORT FILM SHOWCASE
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  • This weeks conversation between filmmakers is Austin Peters who has made his debut feature film Skincare.
    Dom Lenoir discuss with Austin his journey as a filmmaker and his film Skin Care. They chat about the film's tone, which is described as "Southern California Gothic" and "sunshine noir," and its themes of obsession with image and success. Peters also talks about the process of making the film, from developing the script to working with the actors and composing the music. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration and preparation, especially given the tight shooting schedule. The interview concludes with Peters offering advice to his younger self, highlighting the importance of resilience and continuous writing and this weeks The Filmmakers Podcast as we talk from music videos to short films to making your feature debut with Skincare director and writer Austin Peters.

    Skincare is OUT NOW in the US and will be release in the UK soon.

    FUNNY LIFE FILM FESTIVAL LIVE The Filmmakers Podcast chat
    Sat 19th Oct at The Hen & Chickens Theatre in Islington, London.
    Link for tickets here filmfreeway.com/FunnyLifeFilmFestival

    SHORT FILM SHOWCASE
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    WATCH our interview with Elizabeth Olsen and Carrie Coon on YouTube here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-TU39BmwLI&t=167s.
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  • Returning Guest Josh Greenbaum joins us to chat about his latest Will Ferrell starring movie, this time the touching documentary 'Will & Harper'.

    Dom Lenoir chatting Josh about documentary's to story-led feature films, how he wen about making Will & Harper and what techniques he used in the edit.

    Josh who has directed the brilliant Strays staring the voice of Will Ferrell, Barb and Star go to Vista Del Mar and TV including Fresh of the Boat and New Girl.

    'Will & Harper is on NETFLIX now.

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  • We welcome onto today's show Bella Gonzales, an accomplished director of photography whose remarkable work spans across several prestigious series.

    Bella is known for her exceptional contributions to episodic series such as FX's
    Fargo, Apple TV+'s The Big Door Prize, and Hulu's PEN15.
    Her unique vision and technical prowess have made her a standout talent in the industry, and her recent projects are a testament to her skill and creativity.

    On the show, Giles Alderson and Dom Lenoir chat with Bella about:
    What lenses she uses, camera angles and working with different directors.
    She talks about what light means to story and why should pick your battles in prep and on set.
    We also dive into blocking, floor plans and not coming from a world of 'no'.
    We talk Alien, the new TV show she has just finished working on and what is like being part of history and we dive deep into the making of Fargo.

    For the new Apple TV+ series, Me, Bella was the sole director of photography for the pilot and all 10 episodes of this series, working closely with director Michael Dowse. Her role allowed her to set the show's visual tone, treating it with the care and precision of a feature film. 

    For Fargo Bella also previously worked on season 5 of Fargo, where she built on her previous contributions to the series and her work and relationship with showrunner, Noah Hawley. She lensed episodes 3&4 of the new series which is out now on Apple TV+ and stars Juno Temple and Jon Hamm.

    Check out more of Bella's work here https://www.bellagonzales.com/cinematography

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  • Elizabeth Olsen, Carrie Coon and director Azazel Jacobs talk making His Three Daughters.

    Alright, cinephiles, welcome back to The Filmmakers Podcast! This week, we're in for a treat as we delve into the world of "His Three Daughters" with the film's director, Azazel Jacobs, and
    two of its brilliant stars, Carrie Coon and Elizabeth Olsen.

    Carrie Coon, known for her unforgettable roles in "Gone Girl", "The Leftovers," and "The Gilded Age," brings her signature depth and nuance to the screen. Elizabeth Olsen, acclaimed for her portrayal of Wanda Maximoff in WandaVision and stars as Scarlet Witch / Wanda in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and her recent performance in "Love & Death," adds another layer of complexity to the film's ensemble.
    The Movie also stars the ace Natasha Lyonne as the third sister.
     
    Other actors we have had on the filmmakers podcast include:
    Lucy Boynton & Kelvin Harrison Jr.
    Rebecca Ferguson and Simon Pegg.
    Mark Strong. Ian McKellen.
    Ed Skrien, Sofia Boutella.
    Rufus Sewell and Keely Hawes to name a few.

    Seek them out and have a listen.

    Today, Dom Lenoir sits with them and discusses their creative process, the challenges of bringing such intricate characters to life, and the film's exploration of family dynamics and
    the complexities of human connection. And Azazel talks making the movie, raiding the finance and getting it to the screen.

    So, settle in and get ready for a fascinating conversation with three of the industry's most talented individuals.
    This is The Filmmakers Podcast.

    His Three Daughters is out on NETFLIX this Friday 20th September 2024

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  • On this weeks episode we are joined by director and writer Baltasar Kormákur.

    He talks to Dom Lenoir about going from indie films to studio films and back again with his latest film TOUCH.

    Baltasar has made films such as Contraband (2012), 2 Guns (2013), Everest
    (2015) and Beast (2022) and has worked with star-actors such as Mark
    Wahlberg, Denzel Washington, Jason Clarke and Idris Elba to name a few.

    TOUCH is OUT NOW

    WATCH our interview with Elizabeth Olsen and Carrie Coon on YouTube here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-TU39BmwLI&t=167s.

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  • This week we are joined by the team behind the superb prison drama Sing Sing!

    Dom Lenoir sits and chats with Producer Monique Walton and Writer Clint Bentley and also Director Greg Kwedar about how they made their movie starring Coleman Domingo, the difficulties of making an indie film in a prison with many non actors
    They talk about:

    Working with and adapting real stories and peoples experiences into narrative.

    The process of writing, rewriting and rebuilding a script to find the purest version

    Attaching a top actor early on a project and allowing them to help form and collaborate the story

    Working on an indie budget and schedule in a small window of time between Colman's other films

    Pitching to producer Monique and others and what materials to have in place

    Working around the penitentiary system and finding alternatives to filming in challenging working prison environments

    Having to cut scenes due to cast availability restrictions and how to turn that into a benefit

    The importance of collaboration and letting people into the process.


    Sing Sing is OUT NOW!

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  • Screenwriter Rob Yescombe joins us the week to chat about going from failing with a game to succeeding with his screenwriting feature film 'Jackpot' starring John Cena and Awkwafina and directed by Paul Feig (Bridesmaids).

    Rob chats with Giles Alderson and Dom Lenoir about how he wrote Jackpot, where the idea came from and why it 'moved so quickly into production.
    They talk development, selling the 2nd act, why you should have a process and having a presence.
    Working with Paul Feig.
    Going from game writing to film writing.
    And why it is important to pay the bills.

    Jackpot is OUT now on Amazon Prime!

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  • On this weeks episode we chat with up and
    coming director and writer George Jaques and his producing partner Ken Petrie
    about their recently released indie feature film Black Dog.
     
    They talk with Giles Alderson and Dom
    Lenoir about raising funds, getting sales agents on board, the casting process
    and making your debut feature.
     
    They also talk about:
    Filming in water.
    Getting Producers attached.
    How George started a production company at
    16 and why he wanted to make movies.
    Why Ken, an experienced producer came on
    board and into George’s world.
    Making 3 ambitious shorts in one week!
    Being prepared and organised.
    George talks film directing tips and
    techniques, rehearsals , cameras and lenses.
    Ken gives some great advice on working on a
    film set and unlocking peoples potential.
    And they discuss getting a great producer
    in Ian Sharp and Exec Producer David Parfitt on board.
     
    Black Dog stars Jamie Flatters, Keenan Munn-Francis, Nicholas Pinnock, Paul Kaye, Ruby Stokes, Hattie Morahan, Jason Flemyng and Leanne Best is out now!

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    PATREON
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    Serena Gardner
    Mark Hammett
    Lee Hutchings
    Marli J Monroe
    Karen Newman
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    CREDITS
    The Filmmakers Podcast is produced, edited and written by Giles Alderson @gilesalderson
    Logo and Banner Art by Lois Creative 
    Theme Music by John J. Harvey
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  • Actress Michelle Monaghan (Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, Mission Impossible) & writer and exec producer Bill Lawrence (Scrubs, Ted Lasso) join Giles Alderson & Dom Lenoir to talk making their new series Bad Monkey.

    Michelle talks acting, improv, working with Vince Vaughn, the difference between directors and how to cope and gives some great acting advice.

    Bill Lawrence goes deep into why he writes, his process, why he got fired from writing on Friends. We talk Ted Lasso, Scrubs and what it takes to make a hit TV show.

    And we talk with both Michelle and Bill about Bad Monkey, Apple TV's new comedy starring Vaughn as a former Miami detective investigating the mysterious appearance of a severed arm.

    Bad Monkey on Apple TV

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    COURSES
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    https://cuttingroom.info/post-production-demystified/
     
    PATREON
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    Serena Gardner
    Mark Hammett
    Lee Hutchings
    Marli J Monroe
    Karen Newman
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    Check out our full episode archive on how to make films at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com
     
    CREDITS
    The Filmmakers Podcast is produced, edited and written by Giles Alderson @gilesalderson
    Logo and Banner Art by Lois Creative 
    Theme Music by John J. Harvey
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  • This week we chat with filmmakers Stephanie Lynn and Bryden Lando about making their micro budget indie film 'Aloha Also Means Goodbye' with a one man rig and no crew.

    Husband and wife team Stephanie and Bryden sat down with hosts Giles Alderson and Dom Lenoir to chat making their feature and the trials and tribulations of doing so.

    They talk:
    Shooting where you know (Hawaii)
    Having a small cast.
    Buying your own equipment.
    Learning as go.
    Gettng favours and controlling the narrative.
    How to make a film with no crew and how you can too
    And the mistakes they made along the way.
    Getting the film distributed and seen.

    Aloha Also Means Goodbye is OUT NOW

    Trailer:
    https://youtu.be/m-KpX4F8d8E?si=wF_6ZUeU-vHPQsoI

    Watch Link:
    https://geni.us/AlohaAlsoMeansGoodbye

    Aloha Instagram:
    @alohaalsomeansgoodbye

    Personal Instagrams:
    @stephanielynnofficial
    @brydenlando

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    COURSES
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    https://cuttingroom.info/post-production-demystified/
     
    PATREON
    Big thank you to:
    Serena Gardner
    Mark Hammett
    Lee Hutchings
    Marli J Monroe
    Karen Newman
    Want your name in the show notes or some great bonus material on filmmaking? Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides, and feedback on your film projects!
     
    SUPPORT THE PODCAST
    Check out our full episode archive on how to make films at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com
     
    CREDITS
    The Filmmakers Podcast is produced, edited and written by Giles Alderson @gilesalderson
    Logo and Banner Art by Lois Creative 
    Theme Music by John J. Harvey
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  • Join us on this special episode as we chat with producer Daniel Emmerson and director Kibwe Tavares as they chat their Netflix movie The Kitchen.

    The Kitchen written and co directed by Oscar Winner Daniel Kaluuya is out now on NETFLIX.

    Daniel Emmerson who's previous movies were Calm with Horses and Scrapper talks about his producing background and how The Kitchen was a ten year marathon to get made via the Sundance Labs and Film 4 before landing with Netflix.

    Kibwe Tavares talks about moving from short films to feature debut, co directing with Daniel Kaluuya, how he worked with his cast, his vision and belief in the film to stick with it over the ten year development process.

    LINKS
    PUNCHING BAG
    Support Rob Ayling and the crowdfunder for his short film on Kickstarter here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1095957799/punching-bag

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    COURSES
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    https://cuttingroom.info/post-production-demystified/
     
    PATREON
    Big thank you to:
    Serena Gardner
    Mark Hammett
    Lee Hutchings
    Marli J Monroe
    Karen Newman
    Want your name in the show notes or some great bonus material on filmmaking? Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides, and feedback on your film projects!
     
    SUPPORT THE PODCAST
    Check out our full episode archive on how to make films at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com
     
    CREDITS
    The Filmmakers Podcast is produced, edited and written by Giles Alderson @gilesalderson
    Logo and Banner Art by Lois Creative 
    Theme Music by John J. Harvey
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  • Want to make a Streaming hit movie (for Sky Cinema or others) then you can't go wrong by listening to this feature length episode masterclass with regular filmmakers podcast host and successful indie filmmaker Phil Hawkins who joins us to chat with new movie 'Robin and the Hoods'.

    Phil Hawkins, who is know for Prancer: A Christmas Tale and Star Wars Origins sits down for well deserved and well publicised natter with hosts Giles Alderson & Dom Lenoir to talk Arrows, Rob Hood, directing kids and working with Oscar winners in his latest action adventure feature film Robin and the Hoods which is released on Sky Cinema this Friday 26th July!

    Phil chats with Giles and Dom about:
    Fantasy filmmaking and directing style.
    Cool Production values.
    Wipes, reveals and metaphors.
    How he got the job.
    His pitching process.
    Why you should have a commitment to your vision.
    Tones, lenses, shots lists, visual bibles and blocking plans.
    Stamina and endurance on set.

    Robin and the Hoods is out on Friday 26th July on Sky Cinemas.

    Watch Phil's work here https://philm.co.uk/

    LINKS
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    COURSES
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    https://cuttingroom.info/post-production-demystified/
     
    PATREON
    Big thank you to:
    Serena Gardner
    Mark Hammett
    Lee Hutchings
    Marli J Monroe
    Karen Newman
    Want your name in the show notes or some great bonus material on filmmaking? Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides, and feedback on your film projects!
     
    SUPPORT THE PODCAST
    Check out our full episode archive on how to make films at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com
     
    CREDITS
    The Filmmakers Podcast is produced, edited and written by Giles Alderson @gilesalderson
    Logo and Banner Art by Lois Creative 
    Theme Music by John J. Harvey
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  • On this weeks episode we pretty much go from the mail room to Assisting to Exec Producing one of this summers soon to be biggest hit 'Twisters'. Well, we don't but Ashley Jay Sandberg does as she sits and chats to Giles Alderson and Dom Lenoir all about the twists and turns to her huge rise to Exec Producer at Kennedy/Marshal and working with Spielberg.

    Ashley also discusses:
    Problem Solving in prep.
    How to talk to people you look up to.
    How you get in the running for making a studio movie and how to get one made.
    How to make a script or package sell-able.
    Test screening, budgets, strikes and releases.

    Twisters is OUT this Wed 17th July 2024 in cinemas around the UK.

    LINKS
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    PODCAST MERCH
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    COURSES
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    https://cuttingroom.info/post-production-demystified/
     
    PATREON
    Big thank you to:
    Serena Gardner
    Mark Hammett
    Lee Hutchings
    Marli J Monroe
    Karen Newman
    Want your name in the show notes or some great bonus material on filmmaking? Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides, and feedback on your film projects!
     
    SUPPORT THE PODCAST
    Check out our full episode archive on how to make films at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com
     
    CREDITS
    The Filmmakers Podcast is produced, edited and written by Giles Alderson @gilesalderson
    Logo and Banner Art by Lois Creative 
    Theme Music by John J. Harvey
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  • Today, hosts Giles Alderson and Andrew Rodger welcome cinematographer Oona Menges to the show. They sat down to chat all about her latest feature film Lola as well as:

    her career path

    the pros and cons of virtual production

    shooting on film

    building trust

    the importance of prep

    working with archival footage

    lighting with reflectors

    and so much more!


    LOLA is out now | Trailer
    1940, Thom and Mars have built a machine, LOLA, that can intercept radio and TV broadcasts from the future. Unknown to them sharing these broadcasts the devastating changes it will have on the future of the world but to them also.

    LINKS
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    PODCAST MERCH
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    COURSES
    Want to learn how to finish your film? Take our POST PRODUCTION COURSE
    https://cuttingroom.info/post-production-demystified/
     
    PATREON
    Big thank you to:
    Serena Gardner
    Mark Hammett
    Lee Hutchings
    Marli J Monroe
    Karen Newman
    Want your name in the show notes or some great bonus material on filmmaking? Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides, and feedback on your film projects!
     
    SUPPORT THE PODCAST
    Check out our full episode archive on how to make films at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com
     
    CREDITS
    The Filmmakers Podcast is produced and written by Giles Alderson @gilesalderson
    Edited by @tobiasvees
    Logo and Banner Art by Lois Creative 
    Theme Music by John J. Harvey
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