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In this episode, Wil Johnson shares his experience working on "House of the Dragon" as Vaemond Velaryon, and how being part of a large-scale production shifted his perspective on filmmaking. We dive into his nearly 40-year career, including his time on "Emmerdale", and his thoughts on managing an actor's ego and motivation. Wil also opens up about his journey into directing, his respect for colleagues in the industry, and how to maintain energy and freshness during long theater runs.Instagram: @wil.johnson_Represented by IAG TalentCHAPTERS:00:00 - Coming up01:44 - Intro02:25 - Almost 40 years of acting04:40 - Directing a first play11:03 - Types of directors13:10 - Actor's journey18:08 - Nerves19:53 - Critics and ego23:18 - Watching yourself on screen25:35 - Self-tapes and auditions31:50 - Motivation33:28 - Working on House of the Dragon1:14:15 - Working on Emmerdale1:23:16 - Appreciation and hardship in acting1:31:21 - Screen vs Theatre1:32:25 - Giving 100% every night in "Jitney"1:35:35 - Etiquette on set1:41:09 - Magic of keeping it alive in theatre1:48:31 - Are actors narcissist?1:52:50 - Keep going1:54:52 - Bucket list1:56:40 - BLITZ1:59:19 - One Cool Thing2:03:08 - The EndBeyond Reel Talk is a podcast where I invite entertainment industry professionals to ask them about their journey, their professions, challenges and motivation.#beyondreeltalk #interview #podcast #videopodcast
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Actor Nathan Wiley shares his experience working alongside Anthony Hopkins in "RED 2" and reflects on the intense professionalism of Pablo Schreiber on the "Halo" on Paramount Plus. We dive into the differences between British and American acting schools, his journey from America to the UK, and his take on performing in theatre vs. on screen. Plus, Nathan opens up about the biggest mistakes he did in his career, about working as a casting assistant with his mother and the valuable lessons it taught him as an actor.Nathan online:Instagram: @natewileymanX: @NWiley101Website: nathanwiley.co.ukCHAPTERS:00:00 - Coming up01:47 - Intro02:45 - USA vs UK04:47 - Why acting?08:38 - Education14:55 - Surviving in New York16:43 - Getting cast in Bert & Dickie18:57 - Moving to London20:17 - Working with Matt Smith21:55 - Screen vs Theatre23:43 - Getting cast in HALO series26:33 - Fans are not happy with HALO series31:38 - Experience working on HALO series38:19 - Working with Pablo Schreiber40:58 - Serving the story44:00 - Preparing for a self-tape49:23 - Dealing with nerves52:58 - Getting used to watching yourself57:29 - Dealing with rejection1:01:20 - Thinking of quitting1:06:05 - Satisfaction and crossing the line1:09:01 - Mistakes: drinking before show1:10:40 - Mistakes: continuity on Bert & Dickie1:13:33 - Continuity, responsibilities, professionalism1:17:22 - Working with Anthony Hopkins on RED 21:25:22 - Favorite projects1:28:44 - Stage1:31:22 - Working on The Prime Minister1:34:36 - Lessons from working as a casting assistant1:46:14 - What's next?1:47:13 - BLITZ1:51:11 - One Cool Thing1:54:04 - The EndBeyond Reel Talk is a podcast where I invite entertainment industry professionals to ask them about their journey, their professions, challenges and motivation.#beyondreeltalk #interview #podcast #videopodcast
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TV presenter and actress Jayne Sharp opens up about the adrenaline-fueled challenges of live broadcasting and the unexpected moments that come with it. She also shares her experience transitioning to voice-over work, balancing career and motherhood, pursuing acting, and remembers her experience with an inappropriate casting.Instagram:@jaynesharpCHAPTERS:00:00 - Coming up02:03 - Intro03:10 - Education06:35 - "Stop showing off"07:45 - First job on TV & back injury10:33 - Pros & cons of education11:30 - Working on "LIVE TV" channel14:15 - How not to impress agents17:13 - How Big Brother changed TV presenting18:40 - Old School TV & regrets23:20 - Old and new media26:43 - Making short form videos33:57 - Stress and excitement of live shows38:00 - Red carpets41:36 - Worst live show42:52 - A day on the TV set44:25 - One of the worst moments hosting a TV show49:18 - Working on "Bingo Night Live"52:06 - What presenters hear during live shows55:28 - Hitting Barry Norman in the balls57:17 - Motherhood and voice overs01:04:27 - Voice acting in modern video games and Cyberpunk 207701:08:19 - Why Jayne went away from TV01:11:05 - Getting into acting01:14:15 - Ageism in the entertainment industry01:20:45 - The very first acting scene in class01:22:08 - Acting jobs, self-tapes, and face to face auditions01:25:11 - TV presenting vs acting01:27:41 - Joy of acting and nerves01:32:06 - Frauds and perverts in the industry01:37:58 - Female instincts and going with your gut 01:44:30 - OCD and a perfect number01:53:52 - What's next01:54:22 - Advice to a younger self and most valued skills01:59:17 - BLITZ02:03:25 - One Cool Thing02:09:18 - The EndBeyond Reel Talk is a podcast where I invite entertainment industry professionals to ask them about their journey, their professions, challenges and motivation.#beyondreeltalk #interview #podcast #videopodcast
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Samuel Nunes De Souza shares his love for acting and how he found his way to the stage. We talk about his experiences with racism as a kid, the struggles of method acting, and how he prepares for roles. Samuel also discusses Black culture in the UK and beyond, offering a candid and insightful look into his life.CHAPTERS:00:00 - Coming up01:21 - Cold start03:44 - Intro05:11 - Keep rolling06:30 - Childhood09:02 - "Black Man in a White World" (dealing with racism)26:55 - Andrey's first years in the UK31:41 - Getting into acting45:03 - Choosing acting as a profession50:30 - Out of uni / two-faced media55:33 - Equal opportunity and ticking boxes1:06:37 - Touring with THREE INCH FOOLS1:09:16 - Keeping it fresh1:12:43 - Theatre vs Screen1:22:51 - Actor prepares1:25:50 - Going too far with Method acting1:34:14 - Working with Samuel1:35:51 - Importance of learning lines1:37:46 - More preparation1:41:41 - Healing Andy1:52:25 - Obsydyan Theatre Company and Black culture2:07:16 - Contact information2:07:43 - BLITZ2:12:11 - One Cool Thing2:13:50 - The EndBeyond Reel Talk is a podcast where I invite entertainment industry professionals to ask them about their journey, their professions, challenges and motivation.#beyondreeltalk #interview #podcast #videopodcast
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Lance Steen Anthony Nielsen reveals his journey into writing and filmmaking. We talk about his film The Journey, his close friendship with actor Jason Flemyng, the dark side of the industry, and how shady players can ruin filmmakers' lives. Join us for a raw discussion about creativity, resilience, and the reality behind the scenes.YouTube: @THEOUTCASTSCREATIVE X: https://x.com/LanceNielsenWD1988: A Journal of love, loss, films and friendship:https://www.amazon.co.uk/1988-Journal-love-films-friendship/dp/B0C6C7B6HRCHAPTERS:00:00:00 - Coming up00:02:27 - Intro00:03:30 - Childhood. Getting into storytelling00:09:31 - Losing memories from brain hemorrhage00:12:24 - Board games and writing00:13:27 - Diamonds in the Sky00:17:11 - Process of writing00:20:35 - Writing under pressure00:24:29 - Research. Writing about other cultures00:28:24 - Discipline. Dialogue writing. Main writing questions00:30:51 - Contradictory instructions. 00:32:32 - Writer's place in the world of screen00:35:13 - Unexpected kiss in "House of the Dragon"00:39:46 - Getting into film making00:42:11 - Story of "The Journey"01:00:11 - Friendship with Jason Flemyng01:07:49 - Human connection01:10:08 - Modern consumption of media01:14:50 - Upside of modern technology01:16:02 - Pushing the limits & unequal opportunities01:23:07 - Unpaid jobs: pros & cons01:24:22 - Creating opportunities01:27:42 - Rejection and horrible people 01:40:30 - Why being a creative?01:42:57 - Paratroopers01:47:27 - BLITZ01:49:59 - One Cool Thing01:52:03 - The EndBeyond Reel Talk is a podcast where I invite entertainment industry professionals to ask them about their journey, their professions, challenges and motivation.#beyondreeltalk #interview #podcast #videopodcast
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Honest and powerful conversation with actor, model, and writer Elliott Eason. We delve into the raw and real moments of his life, exploring the tragedies he's faced and how he found his way into acting.Discover how Elliott tamed the darkness inside, the adrenaline rush of performing on stage, and his struggles with addictions and substance abuse. He shares his journey of self-development, finding the right people to work with, and using comedy as a source of light. Tune in for an inspiring discussion on resilience and transformation.Instagram:@_arc_25Agent:https://fiona-cross.comCHAPTERS:00:00:00 - Coming up00:01:56 - Intro00:02:28 - Childhood. Trauma. Addictions.00:05:55 - Adrenaline and the craft of acting00:09:46 - Mercurial00:13:23 - Getting into acting00:17:00 - Dipping into darkness00:21:36 - Method acting. Pressure.00:23:26 - Social aspect of acting00:24:48 - Working Actors Studio00:28:02 - Craft: intuition, lines, accents00:38:28 - Hiding behind the anger00:41:36 - Working with Matthew Kay00:44:13 - Breakthrough00:45:40 - Darkness vs light00:47:10 - Self-development, steroids, drugs00:53:01 - Working out00:56:07 - Vulnerability in men on screen00:58:44 - The Turk01:02:21 - Healing Andy01:11:20 - They Might be Monsters01:14:06 - Playing comedy01:17:40 - Excitement in art01:19:53 - Studios vs Independent 01:22:45 - Inspirations in acting01:26:12 - Acting in a foreign language, AI, double standards01:30:00 - Being yourself. Karma.01:35:06 - Doubts01:38:03 - What's next01:41:05 - BLITZ01:45:53 - Contacts01:46:33 - One Cool Thing01:48:43 - The EndBeyond Reel Talk is a podcast where I invite entertainment industry professionals to ask them about their journey, their professions, challenges and motivation.#beyondreeltalk #interview #podcast #videopodcast
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In this episode with Swedish model and actress Sofie Theobald we dive into the realities of body measurement standards, diets, and dealing with creepy photographers in the modeling industry.Sofie shares her journey from Stockholm to London, with stops in Paris, Milan, and New York. Learn about the differences in modeling standards between New York and London, life in model flats, and the importance of speaking up to protect yourself. We also explore the beginning of her acting career.Instagram:@sofietheobaldCHAPTERS:0:00:00 - Coming up0:01:30 - Intro0:02:15 - Sweden, Stockholm vs London0:07:02 - Getting scouted as a model0:09:10 - What is modelling?0:12:41 - Size standards and eating disorders0:17:43 - First modelling job0:20:01 - Why editorials are unpaid?0:23:41 - Are top models disappearing?0:27:02 - Bad shoots0:29:10 - Picking clients0:31:19 - Creepy shoots and standing up for yourself0:38:55 - Agency protection and being fired0:44:39 - Why BATGIRL wasn't released0:46:00 - Every new day at work0:46:57 - Favorite types of jobs / Skills / Catwalks0:51:18 - Fashion weeks0:54:13 - High fashion vs Commercial0:56:05 - Regrets and nightmare jobs1:00:18 - How long is a model's career?1:04:34 - Travel 1:10:48 - Life in a model flat1:15:27 - Parties with club promoters1:21:10 - Paris vs Milan vs New York vs London1:29:15 - What modelling gave you?1:30:00 - How to start modelling career?1:33:27 - Acting! WHY?1:39:15 - Progress and being signed by acting agency1:40:15 - Recording self-tapes1:42:07 - Acting journey1:44:31 - How modelling can be an issue in acting?1:49:04 - Theatre1:55:16 - Florence Pugh1:59:02 - Alicia Vikander2:00:19 - Frida Gustavsson2:01:59 - Accents2:02:51 - Dream projects2:05:15 - BLITZ2:11:14 - Contacts2:11:54 - One Cool Thing2:16:55 - The EndBeyond Reel Talk is a podcast where Andrey Rogozin invites entertainment industry professionals to asks them about their journey, their professions, challenges and motivation.#beyondreeltalk #interview #podcast #videopodcast
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Danish actor Frederick Lysegaard on his passion to cinema, childhood in Denmark, Danish philosophy "Janteloven", move to London, dreaming big, finding the right people, struggle in actor's life, discovering and accepting yourself and much much more. Tune in for the episode 18 of Beyond Reel Talk podcast and take with us this journey from a little town in Denmark to London.Instagram:@flysegaardAgent:https://mlinternationaltalent.co.ukCHAPTERS:00:00:00 - Coming up00:01:18 - Intro00:02:04 - Childhood in Denmark00:07:28 - Moving to London, getting into acting00:09:54 - First acting job00:12:10 - 3 most important lessons/experiences00:17:44 - Working on 'Healing Andy'00:25:48 - Working on 'Caledonia'00:32:35 - Working on 'The Hook'00:33:22 - Theatre and "muggle" jobs00:38:50 - Struggle and motivation00:47:54 - Writing and motivation to write00:53:44 - Denmark and being Danish00:57:20 - What's next00:59:22 - Dealing with rejection01:00:18 - Expectations, reality, goals01:02:58 - Perception of self as an actor01:04:08 - Pressure and preparation01:12:04 - Who is Freddy Lysegaard01:16:10 - Reasons for doing acting then and now01:18:03 - EURO 202401:19:57 - Postponing life01:21:57 - Men's mental health and support01:23:13 - BLITZ01:25:59 - One Cool Thing01:27:02 - The EndBeyond Reel Talk is a podcast where I invite entertainment industry professionals to ask them about their journey, their professions, challenges and motivation.#beyondreeltalk #interview #podcast #videopodcast
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Join us for an exclusive conversation with Charleen Elea! Dive deep into the world of acting with this talented actress as we explore her inspiring journey from Bremen to London. In this episode, Charleen shares how she started her acting career, her move to Prague to study at the renowned Prague Film School, and her subsequent move to London, where she trained at Drama Studio London. Hear firsthand how she navigated the challenges of studying during the COVID-19 pandemic and landed a role in the Swedish series "Från Trakten."Instagram:@charleen.eleaCHAPTERS:00:00:00 - Coming up00:01:17 - Intro00:01:42 - German, Sweden, childhood and beginning of the acting path00:04:45 - Self-criticism00:08:07 - Prague Film School00:14:24 - Moving to London during COVID-19 pandemic00:16:00 - COVID-19 changed us all00:19:48 - Drama Studio London00:21:50 - First agent00:23:23 - Film industry in Sweden00:24:29 - Working on 'Från Trakten'00:27:06 - Working in Sweden, expanding to Germany00:29:46 - Working with Joe Cole on 'A Small Light'00:32:17 - Comparing set life on sets in the UK and Sweden00:33:31 - Dealing with nerves00:39:50 - Working on a short 'Everybody Leaves in the End'00:46:48 - Dream projects00:48:21 - Actor's life: Struggle. Rejection. Motivation. 01:04:55 - Social life01:06:20 - Support from family and friends01:07:35 - Andrey's story of getting into acting01:09:40 - Lying about being an actor01:11:59 - Preparing for the role01:14:22 - Directing '43 York Road'01:17:42 - Inspirations01:20:18 - WHY ACTING?01:27:10 - What's next01:28:00 - BLITZ01:32:25 - One Cool Thing01:33:57 - The EndBeyond Reel Talk is a podcast where I invite entertainment industry professionals to ask them about their journey, their professions, challenges and motivation.#beyondreeltalk #interview #podcast #videopodcast
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In this episode, Madalena Alberto shares her story of leaving Portugal to pursue her dreams in performing arts in London. Discover how she rose to stardom as a musical theatre actress, landing iconic roles like Eva Peron in a West End musical Evita.We dive into the highs and lows of life on tour, her role in a Portuguese soap opera, and her aspirations to conquer the screen acting world. Don't miss this behind-the-scenes look at Madalena's remarkable career and her unyielding passion for the arts! YouTube channel: @MadalenaAlberto Instagram:@madalenaalbertoWebsite:http://www.madalenaalberto.com/CHAPTERS:00:00:00 - Coming up00:01:53 - Intro00:03:00 - Childhood. From Portugal to London00:12:10 - First job. Meeting Ian McKellen.00:16:42 - Actors hustle00:17:43 - First big role in musical theatre. Tour life.00:25:43 - Keeping it fresh. 00:28:00 - Resilience00:32:00 - Behind the scenes drama00:33:33 - Musical theatre vs theatre vs screen00:37:00 - Acting on (Portuguese) soap00:43:10 - Classified TV job in the UK00:45:04 - Prejudice towards musical theatre actors00:48:34 - Preference in media00:50:34 - Adjustment to screen after theatre00:59:50 - Favorite roles01:01:34 - Music01:01:58 - Narcissism?01:08:25 - Panic attacks01:13:21 - Bad reviews01:16:55 - Making mistakes on and off stage01:18:53 - Saying no to jobs01:21:17 - Excitement01:22:22 - Concerts01:24:25 - Happiest moments01:28:09 - Preparing for a role01:35:00 - Portugal01:43:14 - What's next01:44:35 - BLITZ01:48:40 - Contacts01:48:55 - One Cool Thing01:54:47 - The EndBeyond Reel Talk is a podcast where I invite entertainment industry professionals to ask them about their journey, their professions, challenges and motivation.#beyondreeltalk #interview #podcast #videopodcast #WestEnd #Evita #PerformingArts #TheatreLife
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Kathryn Georghiou tells us a story of her journey from a working class family from Blackpool to being an actress, writer and director in London. How to overcome obstacles that working class families have? How to start writing and directing? Kathryn wrote and directed a short film called 'Changing Tides' that touches on a very personal topic of alcoholism in the family. In this episode she will tell you everything about the process of creating this film and how it affected her and let her rethink her past.Instagram:@kathryngeorghiouHouse of Tales production company:www.thisishouseoftales.comCHAPTERS:00:00:00 - Coming up00:01:35 - Intro00:02:23 - Childhood and acting education00:12:58 - Rejection. Taking a break from acting00:18:11 - Getting back into acting00:25:57 - Writing00:36:15 - Self education00:41:24 - Acting process00:47:24 - Inspirations00:49:42 - Working class in the UK00:55:02 - Writing, producing and directing 'Changing Tides'01:13:25 - Film Festivals01:21:18 - Addiction01:33:13 - Future of 'Changing Tides' and more01:36:18 - How to start acting/writing/directing01:41:13 - What's next01:41:45 - BLITZ01:44:38 - One Cool Thing01:46:06 - The EndBeyond Reel Talk is a podcast where I invite entertainment industry professionals to ask them about their journey, their professions, challenges and motivation.#beyondreeltalk #interview #podcast #videopodcast
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The story of Robert McCollum, a talented American actor, writer, and director, who takes us on a journey from his hometown in Arkansas to working in the global entertainment industry.Join him as he talks about dubbing anime, acting, writing for the screen, and being an American in Europe. Hear about his work on "The Inside Man" for KnowBe4 and more exciting adventures.All of this in more in the episode 14 of the Beyond Reel Talk podcast!Instagram:@robhmccollumCHAPTERS:00:00:00 - Coming up00:01:50 - Intro00:03:25 - Growing up in a small town in america00:05:13 - Transition from corporate to artistic life00:09:49 - The Inside Man00:13:55 - Dubbing anime00:20:34 - Demand, diversity and authenticity in voice acting00:23:32 - Bad Russian accent voice over acting00:26:05 - Voice over acting in games00:29:30 - Theater and actors being too self-critical00:32:41 - Theater vs Voice Over vs Screen00:34:32 - American in Europe00:46:07 - Meeting Jim Shields00:48:09 - Dream job00:53:42 - Enjoying the story vs analyzing00:57:58 - Writing process01:02:38 - How to start writing01:05:20 - BLITZ01:08:23 - Contacts and The En#beyondreeltalk #interview #podcast #videopodcast
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American actor Brandon Potter on his journey from a small town in Texas to acting in The Chosen, Little Woods, The Inside Man and much more. How he chose this path? How to reignite your passion? How he created Quintus with the director of The Chosen? How to stop self loathing?Listen to this episode and find out.CHAPTERS:00:00:00 - Coming up00:02:13 - Intro00:04:10 - Growing up in a small town in Texas00:07:39 - Getting into acting00:12:03 - Getting into voice acting for anime00:14:07 - Specifics of translation for anime00:16:51 - New York. Commercials. Acting school.00:18:55 - Theatre00:24:26 - Getting into screen acting00:26:36 - Having fun in auditions00:39:31 - Dealing with nerves00:42:29 - Theatre vs Screen00:46:29 - Playing Quintus in The Chosen00:54:09 - Working on a role01:04:08 - VO work and keeping your voice safe01:13:13 - Working with Tessa Thompson01:17:45 - Biggest failure on stage01:20:47 - Getting to know yourself01:34:57 - Motivation01:39:11 - How to become an actor / VO actor01:44:59 - Fallout TV show01:46:38 - BLITZ01:51:45 - One Cool Thing01:53:20 - The end#beyondreeltalk #interview #podcast #videopodcast
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How to design an action scene for a movie? What's the process of creating a fight for screen? In this episode of BRT Podcast British stunt coordinator Dan Styles will tell you how he does it.What it's like to work with Scott Adkins? How to plan action for a one take film (One Shot and One More Shot)? What are the complications of filming in real airport?This and more in episode 12 or Beyond Reel Talk podcast.Youtube: @DanStyles Dan's web site:https://www.danstyles.co.uk/ID Fight Youtube: @IDFight The Hunt for Gollumhttps://youtu.be/9H09xnhlCQU?si=LGp0e9ElvsFF0PAuCHAPTERS:00:00:00 - Coming up00:01:40 - Intro00:03:50 - Beginning. Why films? Why action?00:10:40 - Starting stage combat00:17:48 - Starting ID Fight00:21:43 - The Hunt for Gollum fan film00:25:50 - First big projects as coordinator00:27:09 - How to design a fight scene00:33:40 - Previs00:39:22 - Safety measures00:41:41 - Working on Avengement fight scene00:47:30 - Taurus Award nomination00:49:13 - Working on One Shot00:53:38 - Writing and Directing01:00:22 - Inspirations (Extraction, John Wick etc.)01:06:25 - Working with directors01:08:41 - Working on One More Shot01:15:57 - Is it dangerous01:17:27 - Motivation01:19:19 - Is it male dominated industry?01:20:26 - What's next01:22:32 - Dream project01:24:29 - BLITZ01:26:48 - One Cool Thing01:29:29 - The End#beyondreeltalk #interview #podcast #videopodcast
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Actress, model and dancer Temica Thompson tells a story of her transition from a 9-to-5 job to her creative journey. Beyond Reel Talk is a podcast where I invite entertainment industry professionals to ask them about their journey, their professions, challenges and motivation.CHAPTERS:00:00:00 - Coming up00:01:55 - Intro00:02:48 - Creative parents and Academic stage00:05:27 - Transition into dance and modeling00:08:31 - Dance competitions and work00:12:41 - Getting into acting00:17:35 - Dealing with rejection00:23:00 - Agent. Dream projects00:28:08 - Working on commercials00:33:26 - Intimate scenes in acting00:38:38 - Narcissism and self-criticism in actors00:54:06 - Preparation for a role01:01:20 - Family reaction to creative pursuit01:02:52 - Motivation01:05:00 - Inspirations01:07:24 - Jeremy Allen White01:09:10 - Austin Butler, Dune, Masters of the Air01:12:30 - Rebecca Ferguson & Sandra Bullock01:14:32 - What's next01:19:48 - Film industry is about who you know (?)01:22:24 - BLITZ01:25:50 - Contacts01:26:28 - One Cool Thing01:28:20 - The End#beyondreeltalk #interview #podcast #videopodcast
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Bülent Mehmet tells a story of how after a career in accountancy he became an actor and a model.Beyond Reel Talk is a podcast where I invite entertainment industry professionals to ask them about their journey, their professions, challenges and motivation.CHAPTERS:00:00:00 - Coming up00:01:25 - Intro00:02:35 - Accountant and DJ00:10:15 - IDSA (Identity School of Acting)00:23:40 - Working Actors Studio00:32:08 - Ridiculous exercises 00:38:22 - Becoming a model00:45:22 - Fashion show in Milan00:56:10 - Scariest thing in acting00:59:50 - Modeling jobs01:15:30 - Inspirations in acting01:17:32 - Motivation01:22:34 - How to start acting late in life01:26:40 - Preparing for the role01:29:03 - Being older than everyone in the class01:33:30 - What's next01:34:23 - BLITZ round01:40:02 - TWO "One Coll Things"01:42:04 - The end#beyondreeltalk #interview #podcast #videopodcast
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Actress, director and writer Demi Leigh on being a foreigner actor in UK. How not to burn out while you're trying to do all at once, fringe theatre and more.Join me and my guest Demi Leigh in the 9th episode of #BeyondReelTalk as she discusses the important do's and dont's when producing your own play. This podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in theatre production, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro. Tune in to learn valuable insights and tips for a successful production experience!How we hear accents? Are other cultures represented truthfully in English speaking content? How to pace yourself? This and much more in this episode. Beyond Reel Talk is a podcast where I invite entertainment industry professionals to ask them about their journey, their professions, challenges and motivation.CHAPTERS:00:00:00 - Coming up00:01:18 - Intro00:04:18 - Storytelling and THE GUILT in Orthodox church00:07:20 - Writing00:18:42 - Education00:26:10 - Adapting to British mentality00:34:19 - Being a foreign actor in UK00:58:12 - Producing your own play in London (FRINGE)01:31:51 - Ways to be involved in fringe theatre (actor, writer, director)01:44:02 - Working on your acting craft01:50:02 - Anthony Hopkins01:51:09 - Be yourself BUT...01:54:50 - What's next?01:57:30 - BLITZ02:01:13 - One Cool Thing and the end#beyondreeltalk #interview #podcast #videopodcast
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IMPORTANT NOTE:In the first 7 minutes we are having some annoying rubbing on the mic that is fixed later.Acting agent and musician Nicole Ricardo on everything acting related. Headshots, self-tapes, showreels, cover letters, communication and much more.Are headshots important? How to record self-tapes and what NOT to do when you record self-tapes? Is it worth contacting casting directors? How to find an agent and what to write in the cover letter? Nicole's Instagram: / nicole_ricardo_ Fiona Cross Management:https://www.fiona-cross.com/Beyond Reel Talk is a podcast where I invite entertainment industry professionals to ask them about their journey, their professions, challenges and motivation.CHAPTERS:00:00:00 - Coming up00:01:35 - Intro00:03:00 - Music and moving from South Africa to London00:06:48 - Becoming an acting agent00:08:01 - A day in the life of an acting agent and spotlight00:18:38 - What is boutique agency00:21:22 - Narrow specialty agencies00:23:11 - What agents look at when actors apply00:25:12 - How important is training00:28:06 - Home made vs professional self-tapes00:31:37 - Biggest mistakes on self-tapes00:34:29 - Actions in self-tapes00:37:26 - Self-tape quality00:41:24 - Showreels00:45:29 - Annoying things that actor do00:49:41 - Is there a blacklist for actors?00:51:07 - Red flags for actors00:56:53 - Reaching out to casting directors01:00:08 - Headshots01:11:28 - Casting director workshops01:15:57 - Best moments in being an agent01:18:45 - What's next?01:21:35 - BLITZ round01:24:35 - Two one cool things01:28:39 - The end#beyondreeltalk #interview #podcast #videopodcast
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Actor, writer, director, producer and acting teacher Lee Lomas talks about his path in film industry while being working class; problems in modern art; teaching people how to find their own self and really talk to each other; creating Working Actors Studio; and much much more.Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thatleelomas/ Working Actors Studio web site:http://www.workingactorsstudio.co.uk/ @workingactorsstudioldn Beyond Reel Talk is a podcast where I invite entertainment industry professionals to ask them about their journey, their professions, challenges and motivation.CHAPTERS:00:00:00 - Coming up00:02:00 - Intro00:03:36 - Getting into acting00:05:32 - College. Nearly dropping out...00:09:24 - First acting jobs. SHAMELESS!00:11:45 - Stage VS Screen00:13:28 - Problems in modern theater00:19:44 - People are NOT talking to each other00:24:31 - Playing stereotypes VS being REAL00:28:47 - Writing00:35:49 - Teaching acting00:40:42 - Managing egos00:43:14 - Why teaching?00:48:22 - Acting technique. True and false by David Mamet00:52:51 - Frauds in film industry00:58:59 - Art's becoming too political01:09:31 - Society of the Snow01:10:02 - Lee's Music01:13:01 - Short VS Long video format consumption01:14:39 - Wasting spare time01:15:44 - Andrey about the Podcast01:17:13 - Enjoying the Process01:18:38 - Mental health, "Long" COVID, PTSD01:26:32 - "Universal" solution for everything01:29:22 - Pills VS Self-discovery01:31:03 - Why come to Lee's class01:31:29 - Barriers in being a good actor01:36:21 - Ideal role01:37:44 - Work/life balance01:40:59 - There's more to life than just acting01:43:46 - What's next01:46:18 - Waving at Strangers01:46:49 - BLITZ Round01:51:54 - Contact info01:52:16 - One Cool Thing: The Myth of Normal by Gabor Maté01:54:06 - The end#beyondreeltalk #interview #podcast #videopodcast
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Stunt performer, stunt coordinator, the EPIC SPLIT creator Peter Pedrero on his career, working in movies, being set on fire and much much more.In this episode we talk to a man who has worked on over 350 movies as a Stunt Performer, Stunt Coordinator and 2nd Unit Action Director. You can see his work in such films and series as: The Witcher, Expendables, The Sandman, Spider-man: Far From Home, Solo: A Star Sars Story, The Hitman's Bodyguard, Peaky Blinders, Game of Thrones, Avengers: Age of Ultron, 24: Live Another Day, Fast & Furious 6, Sherlock, Harry Potter, Pirates of the Caribbean, Quantum of Solace, Casino Royal, Batman Begins, Band of Brothers, The Mummy, The Mummy Returns, Braveheart and many many more.One of his most famous jobs was to coordinate the EPIC SPLIT with Jean-Claude Van Damme - famous Volvo commercial. Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/paellapete/ YouTube channel:@peterpedrero9550 Web site:http://www.stunts4reel.com/Beyond Reel Talk is a podcast where I invite entertainment industry professionals to ask them about their journey, their professions, challenges and motivation.CHAPTERS:00:00:00 - Coming up00:02:00 - Intro00:04:02 - Starting as a background artist00:07:58 - Stunt Register: disciplines and progression00:15:12 - Beginning of stunt performer career00:17:44 - Working on Braveheart00:21:09 - Working on James Bond movies00:22:56 - Working on Mummy films00:23:49 - Becoming a stunt coordinator00:24:56 - What is stunt coordinator. Duties and process00:32:18 - Working on Final Score00:38:25 - Working with Jason Statham00:39:21 - Working on EXPEND4BLES00:42:15 - How fire stunts are done00:49:54 - Fire stunt in Hitman's Bodyguard00:52:18 - Fire stunt in Long Kill00:54:25 - What are the most dangerous stunts to plan00:57:38 - Choosing a team00:58:30 - Why choose stunt register performers01:00:49 - Volvo commercials01:04:50 - MAKING of the EPIC SPLIT for Volvo01:16:15 - How to get on stunt register in UK01:25:40 - Judge Dredd fan film Judgement Call01:34:10 - Directing?01:38:57 - BLITZ01:41:20 - One Cool Thing01:43:20 - The end#beyondreeltalk #interview #podcast #videopodcast
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